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Best Campgrounds near Beaver Dam, WI

874 Reviews

Campers near Beaver Dam, Wisconsin have several good places to pitch their tents or park their RVs. High Cliff State Park Campground has well-kept trails and good views that many campers like. If you head to Kohler-Andrae State Park, you'll find sandy beaches and paths that go through the dunes. The sites at these parks give you decent space between neighbors, which helps keep things quiet. You might want to buy firewood before arriving since prices at some parks can be higher than expected. Keep your food safely stored since deer and many types of birds live in these areas. During busy times of year, it's smart to book your site ahead of time. Make sure to check if there are any fire rules in place before you go. The camping around Beaver Dam works well for both quick trips and longer stays.

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Best Camping Sites Near Beaver Dam, Wisconsin (149)

    1. Ledge County Park

    15 Reviews
    Horicon, WI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 387-5450

    "It is right next to the toilets/showers. The bathrooms were clean, the attendants were really nice, they borrowed us an extension cord so we could set up a bit further back."

    "Walking along the trails, you can see where it gets its name!  Lots of cool ledges and rock outcrops.  We saw a moderate amount of birds and heard a bunch of critters (owls, a fox (?!))"

    2. Derge County Park

    5 Reviews
    Beaver Dam, WI
    3 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 887-0365

    "A small campground right on Beaver Dam Lake. There's a boat launch but no beach. Bathrooms have showers and are very clean. It's not a bad spot for a weekend fishing trip."

    "It right next to Beaver Lake. Witch is a great fishing lake. Or just to kayak. The boat launch is right across the park. There are not a lot of sites inside and out side bathroom with showers"

    3. Astico County Park

    8 Reviews
    Beaver Dam, WI
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 623-5274

    $20 - $25 / night

    "Site had extra space around it, and we could canoe right from our site or use the boat launch by site 13."

    "My family and I enjoy the rural setting but its close proximity to several communities. With smaller children having resources available was nice."

    4. The Playful Goose Campground

    5 Reviews
    Horicon, WI
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 485-4744

    "I really enjoyed the large lot we were on that backed up to a creek which you cannot hear or see but it is all forest behind you."

    "Nice trails within different areas of campground."

    5. Waupun Park Campground

    5 Reviews
    Waupun, WI
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 960-4263

    "We enjoyed the fall colors and privacy for a long stop on our trip across the northern border."

    "We stayed there for a while very pretty and the people very friendly bring wood to your camp they have trails you can walk and county pool and golf course sites are good size we will return it's **close **"

    6. Fairgrounds RV Park

    1 Review
    Beaver Dam, WI
    4 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 210-2085

    $30 - $45 / night

    "The site I'm at has plenty of space for them to run around my site without disturbing other campers. They have a camp host on site who is very helpful."

    7. Silver Springs Campsites Inc

    7 Reviews
    Pardeeville, WI
    18 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 992-3537

    "The pool is busy on the weekends so go jump in the lake and climb the giant slide. The night life is pretty awesome as well. There was a live band one night during our stay and it sure was a BLAST!"

    "They have a fully stocked store, pool, kangaroo pad and lake with inflatable slides etc. Their playground is awesome and kept all 12 kids ages 1-12 busy for the whole day. We would stay there again."

    8. Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    2 Reviews
    Waupun, WI
    12 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 929-3135

    "Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy."

    "There is a great water park just on the edge of the park. We have stayed at the single sites also and there are several secluded ones. Over all a very nice park."

    9. Wild Goose City Park

    1 Review
    Horicon, WI
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (920) 386-3705

    10. Mauthe Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Northern Unit-Iansr

    43 Reviews
    Campbellsport, WI
    34 miles
    Website
    +1 (262) 626-2116

    $18 - $28 / night

    "Mauthe Lake Campground is located in the Northern Kettle Moraine Forest in East/Centreal Wisconsin."

    "Mauthor Lake is a beautiful state park in Wisconsin. Good for biking, hiking, swimming and fishing. Sites are fairly wooded and private. Most of them seemed to be a decent size."

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  • Julia B.
    Sep. 5, 2025

    Sandstone Ridge Campground — Mirror Lake State Park

    Beautiful lake

    The lake is great for kayaking. Lots of sandstone cliffs. We only did 2 hiking trails but they were well maintained. The site was good. The 202 area has a parking lot for 4 sites and a very short walk to the sites. Fire pit and picnic table were in good shape. The highway noise is loud and some military jets kept flying overhead. The raccoons were brutal. They broke into our crates twice. Smart enough to figure out the clip mechanism. Overall good site but a little noisy.

  • SThe Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 3, 2025

    Ottawa Lake Campground — Kettle Moraine State Forest-Southern Unit

    Close to "home" beautiful sites

    We've been full time RVers for 4 years and this is a beautiful campground close to "home". We stay here a couple of times each year for doctor and dentist appointments, visiting family and friends, and general relaxation.

  • J
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Fon du Lac County Waupun Park

    Peaceful wooded camping

    Quiet level throughout. Spots for a couple tents and a camper at each site. Disc golf and a small fishing area. Golf course right next-door so close you could walk to. Most of the sites were in a wooded area, which gives you some privacy. Only downfall for us was distance to the restroom as there’s only one so if you’re in the back of the campground, you gotta walk all the way upfront.

  • alicianlv The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 30, 2025

    Waupun Park Campground

    Waupun County Park WI - Campground

    Family friendly campground, playgrounds, pickle ball court, showers, clean bathrooms, fire rings, shared water spigots & power at camp site. There is an outdoor pavilion for groups, firewood for sale at host. Lamp posts light camp road but not overwhelming. Nice shaded sites with mature white oak trees. Enjoyed and recommend if looking for full service campsite.

  • J
    Aug. 28, 2025

    Circle K Campground

    Horrid management, bad experience

    Management (owners Ed and Coleen) are two of the rudest people I have ever met, with Ed fabricating outrageous, completely inaccurate stories highlighting either his "heroics" (like when his personal fire truck he has was working people would call him before 911) but more often how he has been slighted because of other's inadequacies (local grocery store doesn't like him because "his campers buy all their food leaving none for the locals), and also falsities behind his rules (the U.S. Postmaster does not allow anyone else's packages/mail to be delivered to the campground).  They are completely intolerant of kids/teenagers (and, heresay from conversations with seasonal residents, special needs kids) - rules for use of the pool is that it is open after a certain time and if the air temp is above a certain level - we personally witnessed 3 young teens ask to get into the pool an hour after the pool should've been open and it was 5 degrees over Ed's stated temp, but no one else was using the pool and Ed turned them away - told them to swim in the cesspool... I mean, pond.

    Ed constantly creates new rules on a whim and is exceedingly selective (read: biased) for whom those rules are enforced. If you have a problem with the campsite (water, electricity, dead trees, ground hornets, you name it) - it is because YOU did something wrong, and if you disagree he will harass you to no end and may even kick you out. Some of the seasonal campers are nice, others (those "in" with the owners) are not. I would not recommend this campground to anyone unless/until it is under new ownership.

  • Kathy L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 26, 2025

    Lake Kegonsa State Park Campground

    Pros, cons, and Caution!

    PROS: large private sites with good space between them in a lovely wooded setting. Very nice hiking trails right from campground. Lake & pet swim area.

    CONS: no water, mosquitos. And… major CAUTION for RVs: there is an oak tree near entry with low branches and it took the AC off our friend’s fifth wheel. There is also a low hanging overpass and it took the roofs off TWO fifth wheels while we were staying there. Major damage on roof and internally - the RV had to be totaled and replaced. Terrible signage in park does not indicate height of bridge or warn about the oak tree. Our friends reported that the camp host said the park knows about these hazards but hasn’t taken care of them so she will “remind them” for their task list in November.

  • Kay K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Astico County Park

    Artesian well

    We enjoyed the song of frogs and the artesian well.

  • Abby T.
    Aug. 24, 2025

    Pride of America Camping Resort

    Local Favorite

    We just purchased our fifth wheel last month, and a week after we took our first trip to POA. During that weekend, we booked our next trip for a full week. We loved the sites in the back (800s), amenities and the staff. We definitely plan to be back often!

Guide to Beaver Dam

Camping near Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, offers a variety of beautiful spots for outdoor enthusiasts. From scenic views to family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone in this area.

What to do

  • Hiking and Climbing: Explore the trails at High Cliff State Park Campground. One visitor noted, “High Cliff State Park is great for hiking and low elevation rock climbing.” The park’s trails provide stunning views of Lake Winnebago.
  • Swimming: While some campgrounds have beaches, the swimming conditions can vary. A reviewer mentioned, “Even though there is a beach, it is not a very nice one and swimming there isn’t the best” at High Cliff State Park Campground.
  • Fishing and Boating: At Kohler-Andrae State Park, you can enjoy fishing and boating opportunities. One camper shared, “There’s also a nice lake and a dock for fishing, which we loved!”

What campers like

  • Quiet and Friendly Atmosphere: Campers appreciate the peaceful environment. A visitor at High Cliff State Park Campground said, “Campgrounds were quiet and friendly.” This makes it a great spot for relaxation.
  • Spacious Sites: Many campgrounds offer roomy sites. One camper at Quartzite Campground mentioned, “The sites along the perimeter are a little more private being along the tree line and decent space between each site.”
  • Clean Facilities: Clean restrooms and showers are a big plus. A reviewer at Kohler-Andrae State Park noted, “We found them to be consistently well maintained, clean, free showers.”

What you should know

  • Limited Privacy: Some campgrounds can feel crowded. A visitor at Quartzite Campground said, “Overall a pretty much wide open campground with virtually zero privacy.” If you prefer more secluded spots, plan accordingly.
  • Seasonal Amenities: Some facilities may not be available year-round. A camper at Ice Age Campground mentioned, “Bathrooms could use more upkeep,” indicating that maintenance can vary by season.
  • Noise Levels: Depending on the time of year, some campgrounds can be noisy. A camper at Harrington Beach State Park noted, “This was a louder campground. More of a party vibe than we really look for in state parks.”

Tips for camping with families

  • Kid-Friendly Activities: Look for campgrounds with playgrounds and swimming areas. One camper at Wisconsin Dells KOA said, “The campground is kid-friendly, with a playground and a pool.”
  • Plan for Bugs: Some areas can get buggy, especially in warmer months. A visitor at Harrington Beach State Park warned, “At the height of summer this place is going to be sweltering and full of bugs.”
  • Bring Extra Supplies: It’s good to have extra snacks and activities for kids. A camper at Kohler-Andrae State Park mentioned, “There’s also laundry here, such a nice perk for full-timers like us!”

Tips from RVers

  • Check Site Sizes: Make sure your RV fits the site. A reviewer at Wisconsin Dells KOA said, “There was no space to hang out as their camper took up the entire space.”
  • Look for Electric Hookups: Many campgrounds offer electric sites, which can be a lifesaver. A camper at Kohler-Andrae State Park noted, “We paid $40/night for an electric (30amp) site because we needed to run the a/c.”
  • Be Prepared for Crowds: Some campgrounds can get busy, especially during peak season. A visitor at Mauthe Lake Campground mentioned, “I ended up leaving halfway through my second day because I just didn't want to deal with the noise and traffic.”

Camping near Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, has its perks and quirks. With the right preparation, you can enjoy a great outdoor experience!

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Beaver Dam, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, Beaver Dam, WI offers a wide range of camping options, with 149 campgrounds and RV parks near Beaver Dam, WI and 1 free dispersed camping spot.

Which is the most popular campground near Beaver Dam, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Beaver Dam, WI is Ledge County Park with a 4.7-star rating from 15 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Beaver Dam, WI?

According to TheDyrt.com, there is 1 free dispersed camping spot near Beaver Dam, WI.

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